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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Dermatology* Age 50
Dr. Michael Nelson, MD
4.1 (53 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD is a Dermatologist in Gig Harbor, WA.
Dr. Michael Nelson, MD
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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Dermatology* Age 50
Gig Harbor, WA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Dr. Michael Nelson, MD is a Dermatologist in Gig Harbor, WA.

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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD is a Dermatologist in Gig Harbor, WA and has 24 years experience. They graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 53 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Dermatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Explains Conditions Well

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

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Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
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Botox® Injection
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Destruction of Penile Lesion
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Excision of Cyst
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Excisional Biopsy
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Mole Evaluation
Shaving of Skin Lesion
Skin Cancer Removal
Skin Tag Removal
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Wrinkle Reduction by Injection

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Locations

  1. 1 Harbor Dermatology Pllc
    7901 Skansie Ave Ste 200, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 400-1202
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:00
  2. 2 Peninsula Dermatology & Laser Clinic Pllc
    4700 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 219, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 851-7733

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
4.1
Based on 53 Reviews
5 Stars (37)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (4)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (8)

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Nov 30, 2022
Dr. Nelson displays a kindly manner and is thorough in his examinations. He is highly recommend.
Bill Macdonald — Nov 30, 2022
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Specialties*
Dermatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Geisinger Medical Center
    2001
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital
    2003
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Michael Nelson, MD is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Michael Nelson, MD holds board certification in Dermatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA